Biathlon
Hauser Improves to 15th Place in Hochfilzen Pursuit
December 14, 2024 / Krone
Lisa Hauser delivered an impressive performance in the Biathlon World Cup pursuit in Hochfilzen, moving up 19 positions to finish in 15th place despite a penalty round. Meanwhile, Simon Eder faced challenges, finishing in 30th after a shooting error. French athlete Lou Jeanmonnot and Norway's Johannes Thingnes Bö claimed victories in their respective races.
Thingnes Bø Sets Clear Goal for His Career
December 14, 2024 / Eurosport
Johannes Thingnes Bø aims to make history in his biathlon career. As he gears up for future competitions, he has outlined specific ambitions that could solidify his legacy in the sport.
Biathlon - Nawrath Runs Into The Top 10 Again at Bö’s Next Win
December 14, 2024 / Sportschau
Johannes Thingnes Bö claimed another victory at the Biathlon World Cup in Hochfilzen, marking his continued dominance in the sport. Despite two shooting errors, he managed to finish with a 3.5-second lead over Emilien Jacquelin, while Philipp Nawrath also achieved a top-10 finish, although he expressed dissatisfaction with his shooting performance.
Biathlon - Philipp Nawrath sprints into the Top Ten
December 13, 2024 / Sportschau
Philipp Nawrath achieved a strong performance by securing a place in the top ten during the World Cup sprint event in Hochfilzen. Despite a flawless shooting round, he couldn't finish on the podium, while Johannes Thingnes Bö claimed victory over Sturla Holm Laegreid.
Maximillian Noted Something Was Wrong with His Heart – It Cost Him His Career
December 13, 2024 / NRK
Maximilian von Selchow Bie, a former cross-country skier, experienced significant heart issues that forced him to retire from sports. He discusses how heart problems affected not only his career but also that of fellow athletes like Erik Valnes and Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold, who have faced similar challenges with heart rhythm irregularities.
Thingnes Bø aims for season's first victory - outpaced fellow countryman after a close battle
December 13, 2024 / Eurosport
Johannes Thingnes Bø claimed his first victory of the season at the sprint event in Hochfilzen, narrowly beating his compatriot Sturla Holm Lægreid by 4.2 seconds. Despite a single shooting penalty, Thingnes Bø showcased impressive speed on the track. Endre Strømsheim also performed well, finishing in fourth place, just 7.4 seconds behind the winner.
Sebastian Samuelsson misses last shot – costs podium: "Surt"
December 13, 2024 / SVT Sport
Sebastian Samuelsson narrowly missed out on the podium in Hochfilzen after missing his final shot in the 10 km sprint event. Despite hitting the first nine targets, the last miss affected his final position, leaving him in sixth place - 21.1 seconds behind the leader. He expressed disappointment but is looking forward to the upcoming pursuit race.
Biathlon Sprint - Preuß Celebrates Victory in Hochfilzen, ÖSV Starters Back
December 13, 2024 / Krone.at
Franziska Preuß won the sprint in Hochfilzen as the Austrian biathlon team struggled to secure top positions. The standout performance came from debutee Anna Andexer, who placed 25th. The men's sprint saw Norwegian Johannes Thingnes Bö take the victory despite a penalty round.
Knotten Impresses with Strong Sprint Performance in Hochfilzen
December 13, 2024 / Eurosport
Karoline Offigstad Knotten showcased her talent by finishing third in the World Cup sprint in Hochfilzen, shooting perfectly throughout the race. Despite the tough conditions, Knotten's performance highlighted her potential as she eyes her first victory after previously reaching the podium three times.
Elvira Öberg's Disappointing Sprint Performance in Hochfilzen
December 13, 2024 / SVT
In the sprint event in Hochfilzen, Swedish biathlete Elvira Öberg struggled with her shooting, finishing 25th overall with four misses, significantly impacting her performance. The competition saw her miss the lead as she handed over the yellow bib to German Franziska Preuss, who finished first despite also missing a shot.